Tacoma, Wash. — The University of Puget Sound has named John Johnson, Ph.D., as interim vice president for institutional equity and diversity, effective July 6. In light of President Isiaah Crawford’s upcoming retirement on July 1, 2027, Johnson will serve in this role during academic years 2026-27 and 2027-28.

The University of Puget Sound’s Master of Public Health program has earned accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health, a distinction that applies retroactively to the program’s first cohort.

The University of Puget Sound's Athletic Department celebrated the conclusion of the facility upgrades to Logger Baseball Field and Logger Softball Field on Sunday, April 12th, marking a new era in Logger Athletics. 

The members of the University of Puget Sound’s Adelphian Concert Choir are used to traveling for performances. For decades, the choir has climbed aboard a bus to tour all over the Pacific Northwest. This year was different. Instead of a tour bus, members of the choir boarded a plane bound for New York City’s world-famous Carnegie Hall.

At the University of Puget Sound, student employment is an extension of the classroom. Nearly 80% of students have a campus job at some point during their time at the university, offering opportunities to build skills, explore career paths, and contribute meaningfully to the community. From coordinating outdoor adventures to supporting academic programs, student employees are not only a vital part of the university workforce — they’re getting valuable job experience and bolstering their resumes.

Eva Langenthal ’26 has been a bit of an expert on their capstone topic for over a decade. 

Alumna Ellen Ferguson ’72 will deliver the keynote address for the 134th Commencement Ceremony at the University of Puget Sound and will receive an honorary degree alongside community leader and Trustee Emeritus William T. Weyerhaeuser.

African American Studies (AFAM) will host a conversation between Lily Godwin ’26 and Dr. Melanie Rouse on April 1 in honor of Women’s History Month. The celebration also serves as a commemoration of Godwin’s accomplishments on and off the field. 

The University of Puget Sound will host the Puget Sound Symposium on AI & Privacy on April 16, 2026. This one-day event brings together an interdisciplinary cohort of scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to confront the ethical and legal challenges posed by the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. The symposium is organized by the university’s AI & Human Values Initiative.

Tiffany Newton became University of Puget Sound’s director of Alumni & Parent Relations in December 2025. Originally from Northern California, Newton served as the Director of Alumni and Community Engagement at Willamette University before joining Puget Sound. Newton’s unique background brought her to Puget Sound with a keen understanding of human connection and empowerment.